Jewelry>JULIAN MANCINELLI BONAFACCIA>Summer Collection 2012

JULIAN MANCINELLI BONAFACCIA
Presentation summer collection 2012 Performance "Radiolarian" | A Project by Quiet Ensemble

Tuesday, January 31, 2012 20:00
* Presque Ile design store 19 Via del Corallo, Rome

It comes from a brilliant creative contamination between the designer Juliana Bonafaccia Mancinelli and audiovisual performers Radiolarian Quiet Ensemble Project, a unique multi-sensory performances, presented for the first time in Rome, in the Events Calendar Extras AltaRoma, for new collection of jewelry designers.

Juliana Mancinelli Bonafaccia in the new collection offers a line of necklaces, bracelets and rings, inspired by the work of Ernst Haeckel, in particular single-celled organisms represented in the tables of "Die Radiolarien" of 1862. Hence the name of the collection. Research, exploration and experimentation, dictates that push the creative talent to create unique individual pieces. Innovation and research in the use of galuchat - ray skin already in the works at the time of Napoleon - and other fine leathers. The style of the collection is based on a harmonious juxtaposition of architectural details with ancient texts of marine biology, material elements, sculpture and anatomy. The sophisticated invoice object, the result of irony and provocation, is determined by the skilful synthesis of classical studies and reflections on life forms and surprises for the original design and contemporary.

Detail that should not be underestimated is the craftsmanship totally Made in Italy, so the attention to detail in the choice of every single stone in the creation of the prototype to achieve the ultimate fulfillment of the jewel as a limited edition piece. Juliana jewelry that offers high seal a partnership between minerals and diamonds, precious stones sapphires, which is a new location in the landscape of luxury Accessories area.

In the modern creative and welcoming space, Presque * ile design store, guests will attend a performance made by Quiet ensemble and Francesco Rosati, who have surprised fans during last VFNO fashion in Paris in collaboration with Salvatore Ferragamo. The movements of the models will be followed by a coreagrafia of lights and shadows, jewels that exude energy, lines of color and music. The protagonists of the show will be just the jewelry that will produce sounds - that as individual pieces, will be able to generate unique sounds - and the images projected on the bodies of the models who wear them, becoming themselves the bodies exhibition. Bracelets, necklaces and earrings will draw light shapes space, changing color and makes it visually and musically, the surrounding environment.

Sponsor: Enoteca Costantini

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Kick Eyes Glasses

Kick Eyes are back and kickier than ever. We first brought you the smash-hit toy glasses by Nono Muaks—a fashion-design collective between Brussels and Beijing—last year. We rather naively assumed that lightning bolts and heart shapes were about all one could punch out of felt. But no. As it turns out, you can punch pretty much any silhouette into felt. From the new Kick Eyes collection, we present to you: cat eyes, leopard prints, diamonds and clubs, and laser beams. Because really, who wants lenses when there's laser-cut technology?


Details: 100% laser-cut industrial felt, durable and foldable, unisex, one size fits all. Dimensions: 5.75" wide, 5" deep. As always, we're happy to tweet pictures of you and your purchase.

Pria Kataria Puri>Prestegious Award>International Designer

Pria won the the international designer of the year award at the prestigious Masala Awads 2011 -in Dubai on 23rd dec2011.

A lot of Pria's dubai friends where there to support and cheer for her at the awards .


'I would like to thank the multicultural residents of Dubai & masala awards for their continued support and appreciation of my work. Years ago when I had started to design, my goal was to take Indian fashion onto a global level...so, being awarded with this international designer award means more than you could ever imagine. One person who is responsible for opening me up to various markets, especially in the middle east, is my husband, Sumit, without whom I couldn't have had the exposure and experience that has inspired my most successful work yet. So, thank you. I hope to continue pursuing my undeniable passion for fashion, and portraying high fashion as a fusion of many different cultures and ideas of the world combined. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart' - Pria Kataria Puri

Dreamsuits: Designs by Nudie Cohn, the Rodeo Tailor.

Nudie Cohn at MoMU

Now that it's confirmed Steven Soderbergh is making what hopefully will be an over-the-top Liberace biopic for HBO, played by Michael Douglas and his younger lover Matt Damon sashaying around in sequins and sideburns, this seems like an excellent time to revisit that flamboyant, kitschy, rockabilly look—from a fashion angle. Beginning October 28, MoMu fashion museum in Antwerp will present


Originally a designer of diamanté-encrusted G-strings for New York strippers, Ukrainian-born Nudie Cohn and his wife moved to Hollywood in 1947. There, they originated the riotous, embroidered-within-an-inch-of-its-life rhinestone cowboy look one usually associates with Liberace, Elton John and an older Elvis Presley. In fact, Cohn created Elvis Presley's signature $10,000 gold lamé suit, as well as Hank Williams' white cowboy suit with music notes on the sleeves, and similarly festive numbers for Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, John Wayne, Cher, Elton John, Dolly Parton, John Lennon, and Johnny Cash. Reportedly, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren have been inspired by what became known as Nudie suits.
Here's the thing. This won't be a straight (although Nudie was, perhaps surprisingly) retrospective, but an examination of the personal collection of Bobbejaan Schoepen, a Belgian entertainer and lifelong client. The first of its kind in Europe, the exhibit will feature all manner of dazzling head-to-toe creations, accessories and ephemera, a celebration of Cohn's exuberant aesthetic and the friendship between the two.

14 oz. Berlin goes West

14 oz. Berlin goes West: Second multi-label store is set to open on Berlin’s Kurfürstendamm shopping boulevard in autumn 2012



With the opening of a new multi-label store on the Kurfürstendamm, Berlin’s bustling shopping boulevard, Karl-Heinz Müller, 14 oz. owner and managing director of BREAD & butter GmbH & Co. KG, is sending out a high-profile message by using the successful 14 oz. concept to connect both of Berlin’s inner city centres.



The Berlin districts of Mitte in the east of the city and Charlottenburg in the west could hardly be more different. From autumn 2012 the second 14 oz. multi-label store will be creating a permanent link between urban, casual street style and classic chic on Berlin’s most prestigious shopping mile. With 14 oz. in the historic ‘Cumberland House’ building on Kurfürstendamm, the first port of call in the western part of the city is being established for connoisseurs who appreciate and personify the attitude associated with tradition, individuality and authenticity.





The balanced product variety of the 14 oz. brand portfolio reflects a pronounced appreciation of outstanding quality, handmade products and an authentic, individual style. A total area of 600 m² will be used to showcase ladies’ and men’s collections by authentic brands with a strong profile and unique philosophy, which will reveal their full effect in the grand surroundings of the history-steeped premises.



Karl-Heinz Müller: “Berlin’s Kurfürstendamm can look back on an eventful history, which has always been synonymous with sophisticated elegance and international flair. To this day, style and fashion are interwoven with a unique and singular shopping experience on Berlin's most famous shopping mile. The 14 oz. concept fits in perfectly here and blends in naturally with the setting of the stunning Cumberland House – I couldn’t help but get involved. I am already delighted that we have been able to make a further contribution to affirming Berlin as the fashion capital by opening 14 oz. at this prestigious location.”





The Cumberland building was designed between 1911 and 1912 by architect Robert Leibnitz as an exclusive boarding house, but was never used as such. During the past century it instead housed international guests as a grand hotel and later the building was used by cultural institutions and different financial administration offices. Following its loving restoration and elaborate renovation, next year the Cumberland will be experiencing a renaissance: impressive retail spaces, luxurious owner-occupied apartments and an exclusive gastronomy area reflect the revival of the Kurfürstendamm in a future-oriented post-millennium era.



Cumberland House owner Dr. Thomas Bscher: “Karl-Heinz Müller, 14 oz. and BREAD & BUTTER represent and stand for the next generation of the city of Berlin. We, and by this I speak for all businesses in the direct vicinity, are delighted that Karl-Heinz Müller is so actively committed to the Kurfürstendamm – with his involvement he is making an important contribution to the location, in particular to this section of the Kurfürstendamm and to the Cumberland building.“





Berlin company s1 architektur has been commissioned with planning the interior for the new 14 oz. store. Architects Ansgar Schmidt and Henning Ziepke were also responsible for the design of the first 14 oz. store in Berlin-Mitte. They assisted Karl-Heinz Müller with the launch of BREAD & BUTTER more than ten years ago, going on to manage the Event Architecture department for several years.



Ansgar Schmidt: “We are picking up on the existing identity and atmosphere of this special location. We are capturing its grandeur, using it and confidently putting it in a new context. We are absolutely delighted and proud to be given the opportunity to rise to this challenge together with Karl-Heinz Müller.”





EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW



Yesterday, on Thursday evening, Karl-Heinz Müller welcomed around 200 guests to Cumberland House for an exclusive preview. s1 architektur designed the provisional shell of the premises, which is still in the building phase, to look like a New York gentlemen’s club for one night only, and more than did justice to the unique location. Illuminated walls, Chesterfield sofas and the bar area formed a charming contrast to the concrete floor and the unfinished ceilings.





After Karl-Heinz Müller welcomed the guests, Dr. Thomas Bscher said a few words about the Kurfürstendamm location, followed by a speech from Ansgar Schmidt about the plans for the interior concept of the new 14 oz. store in the west of the city.





The guests were granted an exclusive insight into the future design of the premises, which has six-metre-high ceilings, as shown by a fashion exhibition from the fifties and sixties personally curated by F.C. Gundlach. From autumn 2012, a hand-picked selection of large prints of original photographs will be integrated into the interior concept of the new multi-label store as part of a permanent exhibition. The icon of German fashion photography jumped at the opportunity to summarise 150 years of the history and development of fashion in Berlin in a presentation, as well as providing a view of the fashion city’s future.



The guests were thoroughly impressed by the spectacular setting, historic grandeur and visionary interior design of House Cumberland. A buzz of conversation could be heard as they indulged in culinary delicacies by borchardt catering, accompanied by live music from the jazz combo Barfleas.




The surprise guest of the evening, musician and entertainer Helge Schneider, kept the guests amused with his thoughts on fashion, as well as singing and music on his Hammond organ, before DJ Hell and later DJ Kaos stepped up to the turntables. Everyone had a great time at the exclusive preview and enjoyed a fantastic evening that lasted until the early hours of the morning.













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Animal Magnetism

AGURI SAGIMORI>2012 SS>Exhibition>Nov. 15 - 20th13:00-19:00, Tokyo

Young talented designer, Aguri Sagimori, presented her new collection in Paris on October.

Here attached the look book of 2012 SS which was collaborated with art director, Moto Sinabel.

Aguri will have the exhibition from Nov.15th to 20th in Tokyo.

Here the information for AGURI SAGIMORI 2012 SS Exhibition

Nov. 15 - 20th13:00-19:00  at
Galerie/BOX ISLAND
1-6-3, 1001, Hiroo, Shibuya-ku
Access: http://www.boxisland.com/access.php
www.agurisagimori.co.jp

PressPR2 Etsuko MEAUX
Tel:+81(0)3-3460-1775
Mbl:090-6003-1758etsukomeaux@presspr2.jp

Tokyo Fashion>Forever 21 For Hello Kitty Collection – Launch

Blogs and magazines have been buzzing for months about the first ever exclusive fashion collaboration between Japan’s Sanrio and the international powerhouse Forever 21. The “Forever 21 For Hello Kitty Collection” finally landed with a splash last night in stores across Japan. To celebrate the arrival of the much-hyped collaboration, Forever 21 threw a big party at their Shibuya location. Not only did crowds show up to check out the new collection, shop, and have a good time, but Hello Kitty herself hosted the party!

The Forever 21 For Hello Kitty Collection is a limited edition line that includes dresses, blouses (some with bows, of course), sequined tops, t-shirts, outerwear (some in animal prints and faux leather), lingerie/sleepwear, jewelry, and accessories. The items in the Hello Kitty collection are in the same price range as regular Forever 21 fashion, ranging from under US$5 up to around US$30. The items are available in Japan starting on November 10th, and in the United States from November 18th. The collection can be purchased in stores as well as online at the Forever 21 web store.
We were lucky enough to score an invite to the Forever 21 For Hello Kitty Collection launch party at Forever 21 Shibuya. We brought back lots of pictures – and even video – to share with you. The event featured giveaways, photo sessions with Hello Kitty, special presents for anyone buying lots of Hello Kitty goodies, and nail artists creating custom Hello Kitty nail art for lucky guests.
Besides all of the launch party fun and the cute, reasonably-priced items in the collection, we were also excited that Chubby Bunny – a friend of Tokyo Fashion, and someone with close ties to Japan – was involved in styling Hello Kitty for this event. Michelle from Chubby Bunny is Los Angeles’s reigning queen of everything bow-y! Chubby Bunny has worked with a number of Japanese fashion brands, and Michelle lived in Japan for many years, making her somewhat of an expert on authentic Japanese “kawaii”. The cute polka dot bows designed by her were all over the launch party – worn by the friendly Forever 21 shop staff and even by Hello Kitty herself! Keep an eye out for the bows – and Kitty’s entire Chubby Bunny-designed ensemble – in the pictures below.

Berlin>14 oz>Woolrich

14 oz. launches online shop for exclusive and limited editions

14 oz. Berlin is presenting an online shop selling an exquisite, condensed selection of special editions produced exclusively for the 14 oz. store. By extending its service offer 14 oz. is meeting the high demand of countless international customers by offering an additional, uncomplicated order option for limited 14 oz. editions, regardless of the customers' locations, the day of the week or store opening times.

The first item to feature in the online shop is this season's winter highlight: the Woolrich Arctic Parka. Available in five new colours developed exclusively for 14 oz., the classic down jacket is now available with Byrd cloth as the outer material. The robust, breathable material was developed in 1930 by Admiral E. Richard Byrd and was used for the first time in 1939 on an expedition in Antarctica. Its special woven structure not only makes it water-repellent and windproof, but also reliably ensures functionality and protection – on excursions in icy conditions, as well as on wintry urban tours through metropolises like Berlin or New York.

Made in Italy and with the highest quality standards, the oldest American outerwear label Woolrich is presenting this limited special edition, of which there are only 600 worldwide, in the colour variations Dark Navy, Bottle Green, Burnt Orange, Bright Yellow and Royal Blue. Added extras of the limited edition are the metal YKK zip and a second inside pocket with a press stud fastener and the Byrd Cloth label. The consecutive numbering on the joint Woolrich and 14 oz. label makes every parka a one-of-a-kind collector's item. Thanks to its classic silhouette and width-adjustable waistband the Arctic Parka fits men and women and is available in the sizes XS to XXL.

All other products from the 14 oz. label portfolio are exclusively available at 14 oz. Berlin. The 14 oz. team is looking forward to receiving your enquiries by telephone or e-mail and will be happy to answer any questions regarding sizes and availability, as well as provide detailed product descriptions, individual consultation and take orders.

Bohemian Glamour - Lady 'Gaga' over Nida Mahmood's 'Jadugaar Dress'

Bohemian Glamour -
Lady 'Gaga' over Nida Mahmood's 'Jadugaar Dress'

- Designer meets her Muse


Nida Mahmood, has designed an outfit for pop icon Lady Gaga, who loved Nida' short 'Jadugaar' dress made with 1,000 LED lights. (the one from Nida's WIFW SS-12 collection titled The Great Indian Bohemian Tamasha.)


The Digital print carefully designed incorporating the essence of Indian Street Theatre. Very Indian - Colours - a mix of orange, red, green and blue. I call it 'Jadugaar Dress for Magical Gaga'," - Nida Mahmood


Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment had placed the order for the dress for Lady Gaga.


"Shah Rukh's khan Red Chillies entertainment approached Nida for making the garment. It is a surreal feeling to have designed for an international superstar! The icing on the cake was that she absolutely loved the concept," said Nida, who feels that "nobody can match the charm and aura with which Gaga carries herself and this is what makes her a perfect muse for my theme."


"The concept evolved from Theatre and she (Gaga) completely epitomizes the theme. I matched the garment with headgear inspired by the mukuts from the Ramlila.


"Gaga loved the Indianness of the concept and the way it blended with a global feel. It was indeed a treat designing for someone so larger than life as Gaga," she added.


*The multicolored dress on Tinu, with yellow headgear, is what Gaga loved!!
 

Steven Meisel Fakes It for W

Steven Meisel Fakes It for W

by Heather Corcoran>Hint
Fashion magazines are filled with ads, sometimes upstaging the articles. They range from the cheesy to the sleazy, cliché to outré. Eagle-eyed readers of W will spot a few over-the-top examples in the magazine’s new art issue, on stands now. Another socialite scent? Check. A group of not-quite-golden gals peddling cucumber-green face cream? Yup. Overdone toddler posing in expensive clothing? You got it.
The fake ads are a tongue-in-cheek collaboration between veteran photographer Steven Meisel and the magazine’s new fashion director, Edward Enninful, who's quickly injecting the glossy with some cheeky English humor. And speaking of cheeky, one of the more clutch-pearls images is a faux underwear ad featuring Karen Elson with a bevy of naked male models, each with little more than red spank marks on his bum.
The other photographs riff on familiar fashion magazine tropes, from the fragrance ad to the designer surrounded by his creations. They star a wide range of famous faces, such as a fur-clad Joan Rivers alongside fellow QVC pitchman Dennis Basso, a showering Linda Evangelista, and nude RuPaul protégé Carmen Carrera as the face (and rear) of the imaginary scent La Femme. But reality stars and bare flesh aside, the most shocking thing about these ads might just be how close they are to the real thing—art imitating ads imitating life.

Eyewear>Kick Eyes Glasses

After an especially epic, heinous winter, things are about to get festive. And how better to show your party spirit this spring than with these novelty Kick Eyes glasses? The latest concept from Nono Muaks, a fashion-design collective between Brussels and Beijing, Kick Eyes have no lenses. In their place are laser-cut shapes: Heart, Lightning Bolt, Vertical Bars, Single X and Double X. The latter is a Hint exclusive because we figure it's the season to be fully blotto. The best part? Kick Eyes are only $15. What? No way! How is that possible? Because they're made of felt, a cheap-and-chic wonder material that bends but never breaks. So go on, get felt up this spring.

Details: 100% laser-cut industrial felt, durable and foldable, unisex, one size fits all. Dimensions: 5.75" wide, 5" deep.